How to Pronounce Metolazone
Definition, meaning, and phonetic spelling
Metolazone Pronunciation
meh-TOL-a-zone
Stressed syllable in ALL CAPS · hyphens separate syllables
Syllable Breakdown
meh
TOL
stress here
a
zone
4 syllables
What is Metolazone?
Metolazone, is used to reduce the swelling and fluid retention caused by heart failure or kidney disease. It also is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure. Metolazone is in a class of medications called diuretics ('water pills'). It causes the kidneys to reduce the amount of water and salt in the body by increasing the amount of urine.
Definition sourced from MedlinePlus, National Library of Medicine
Questions About Metolazone
How do you pronounce metolazone?
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Metolazone is pronounced meh-TOL-a-zone. The stress falls on the second syllable, which is TOL. Say it like you're saying "meh" (like the sound of confusion), then "TOLE" (rhymes with "pole"), then "zone" (like the word zone).
How many syllables does metolazone have?
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Metolazone has four syllables: me-TOL-a-zone. Breaking it into parts helps you say it more smoothly without stumbling over the whole word at once.
Which syllable gets the stress in metolazone?
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The second syllable, TOL, gets the stress: meh-TOL-a-zone. A common mistake is stressing the first syllable (MET-o-la-zone) or the last syllable (meh-tol-a-ZONE), but the correct emphasis is on TOL.
What is a common mispronunciation of metolazone?
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People often say meh-tol-AY-zone (stressing the third syllable) or MET-o-la-zone (stressing the first syllable). The correct way is to stress the second syllable: meh-TOL-a-zone.
Can you use metolazone in a sentence?
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Yes, here's an example: "The doctor discussed how to take metolazone with the patient during the appointment." This sentence shows how the word is used in a medical or healthcare conversation.
Is metolazone hard to pronounce?
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It's not difficult once you break it into chunks: meh-TOL-a-zone. Start by saying each syllable slowly, then speed it up. Practicing a few times will make it feel natural.
What is the abbreviation for metolazone?
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Metolazone doesn't have a widely used abbreviation like some medications do. It's usually written and said as the full word: metolazone.